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How to Find the Right Gift for the Outdoorsy Man
You’ll never run out of gifts to buy for the outdoorsy man in your life, as there is always new, high-tech gear to be had. However, you have to be careful when picking the perfect gift to make sure it aligns with his hobbies and is actually something useful for your man. Check out these five tips for shopping for an outdoorsy man.
Match his Hobbies
The outdoorsy man is not one-size-fits-all. Just because he likes to hike, doesn’t mean he loves to fish. Just because he enjoys being outside, doesn’t mean he likes camping. Try to find a gift that matches his outdoor hobbies. You could also get something that is always useful in the great outdoors such as a Leatherman or Swiss Army Knife. A general gift isn’t necessarily a bad one as long as it’s actually useful or necessary for your guy.
Play it Safe
If you’re not sure what he has or needs, a gift card to his favorite store is always a safe bet. REI, Cabela’s, and even sporting goods stores offer a range of things your man can buy for himself with your thoughtful gift card. Although some people think that gift cards are impersonal, if it’s to a store that person likes, then it can be an excellent way to make sure he gets exactly what he wants.
Plan a Trip
Plan a weekend or day trip based on what your man likes to do outdoors. If he loves canoeing, arrange a day trip on a lake or river near your home and invite some friends or family. If he likes camping, you could handle all the details of planning a camping trip. If your man enjoys more of an adventure, you could plan a weekend to go white water rafting if it’s available near you, or set up a weekend backpacking trip within driving distance of your home.
A New Camera or GoPro
If your man spends a lot of time outdoors, chances are he has some picture-perfect moments worth capturing. A camera is a necessary addition and the right gift for men who love the outdoors. Help him capture those moments by buying him a quality camera or a GoPro. If he kayaks or trail runs, a GoPro can help capture or stream his adventures. If he just enjoys bird watching or enjoying the scenery, a quality camera will help save those moments better than a phone camera can.
A Homemade Essentials Kit
If your man spends a lot of time outdoors, a thoughtful gift is a DIY essentials kits. You could include items that are often forgotten or always important to have with you when out on a hike or camping in the woods. You could put sunblock, a compass, a portable cell phone charger, matches, and first aid essentials into the kit to make sure he’s always prepared when away on an adventure.
If you’re unsure about the perfect gift for your outdoorsy man, then think about his favorite activities and what could aid in those adventures. Of course, a gift card is always a great gift as well.
